Episode
What's the deal with energy drinks?
56:42
Published: Tue Aug 09 2022
Description
Chuck hates them, Josh has flirted with them. Energy drinks. Listen in to learn all about this canned speed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
The hosts cover practical and informative topics including saving money on groceries, maximizing your income and battling money anxiety, with occasional references to their consumption of soft drinks.
00:00 - 03:08 (03:08)
Summary
The hosts cover practical and informative topics including saving money on groceries, maximizing your income and battling money anxiety, with occasional references to their consumption of soft drinks.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Energy drinks have been around since the 1940s, and have been marketed as a quick fix for the tired and overworked.
03:08 - 06:17 (03:08)
Summary
Energy drinks have been around since the 1940s, and have been marketed as a quick fix for the tired and overworked. The early energy drinks were popular in Japan in the 1950s, and were designed to help workers keep up with the grueling pace of modern life.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
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The discussion explores the beginning of energy drinks, specifically Jolt Cola, and the shift towards fewer calories and less caffeine.
06:17 - 11:26 (05:09)
Summary
The discussion explores the beginning of energy drinks, specifically Jolt Cola, and the shift towards fewer calories and less caffeine.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The speaker shares their experience with using custom contacts to see things both close up and far away.
11:28 - 16:10 (04:42)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience with using custom contacts to see things both close up and far away.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Red Bull originally gained popularity in the U.S. through car racing and extreme sports such as soapbox derbies.
16:11 - 20:36 (04:25)
Summary
Red Bull originally gained popularity in the U.S. through car racing and extreme sports such as soapbox derbies. Despite rumors of bull urine being an ingredient, Red Bull was marketed to a younger audience using the "Red Bull gives you wings" slogan and delivered a message about the mistreatment of airline pilots.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
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The energy drink market was once dominated by Red Bull, with around 70-90% market share in the early 2000s, but has since become more crowded with the introduction of hundreds of new brands, including some still using the early extreme marketing tactics.
20:36 - 26:40 (06:03)
Summary
The energy drink market was once dominated by Red Bull, with around 70-90% market share in the early 2000s, but has since become more crowded with the introduction of hundreds of new brands, including some still using the early extreme marketing tactics.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Energy drinks are packed with carbohydrates like sugar, which provide an easy source of energy.
26:40 - 29:58 (03:17)
Summary
Energy drinks are packed with carbohydrates like sugar, which provide an easy source of energy. A 16-ounce energy drink contains around 50-60 grams of sugar.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
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Energy drinks can be regulated as a food item, beverage, or supplement in the US, and manufacturers only need to list the amount of caffeine they add, not including any natural sources of caffeine.
29:58 - 33:12 (03:14)
Summary
Energy drinks can be regulated as a food item, beverage, or supplement in the US, and manufacturers only need to list the amount of caffeine they add, not including any natural sources of caffeine.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
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The impact of remaining ingredients in energy drinks, such as ginseng, antioxidants, and B vitamins, on the human body is uncertain due to a lack of knowledge regarding their effects, particularly when combined with high levels of sugar and caffeine.
33:12 - 38:38 (05:26)
Summary
The impact of remaining ingredients in energy drinks, such as ginseng, antioxidants, and B vitamins, on the human body is uncertain due to a lack of knowledge regarding their effects, particularly when combined with high levels of sugar and caffeine.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Drinking energy drinks may lead to health problems, especially for individuals with preexisting conditions like heart conditions or high blood pressure.
38:42 - 45:15 (06:33)
Summary
Drinking energy drinks may lead to health problems, especially for individuals with preexisting conditions like heart conditions or high blood pressure. Although there have been lawsuits brought against energy drink companies, it can be challenging to establish a direct link between the drink and health problems.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
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Four Loko, a premixed energy vodka energy drink, was once sold until it was made into a sweet malt liquor beverage.
45:16 - 52:50 (07:34)
Summary
Four Loko, a premixed energy vodka energy drink, was once sold until it was made into a sweet malt liquor beverage. Although there have been population studies on the effect of energy drinks, there hasn't been a follow-up study on the most popular energy drink order: vodka and Red Bull.
EpisodeWhat's the deal with energy drinks?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The speaker recommends taking the time to research the effects of products before using them and suggests listening to the Retired Movie Crush podcast for movie lovers.
52:51 - 56:31 (03:39)
Summary
The speaker recommends taking the time to research the effects of products before using them and suggests listening to the Retired Movie Crush podcast for movie lovers. The text also contains an advertisement for more podcasts on the iHeartRadio app, Apple podcasts, or other platforms.